Ocean Storms 0506 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #6F808C, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Normandy from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #6F808C · 0506
Ocean Storms
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ocean Storms Technical Profile
HEX Code#6F808C
RGB111, 128, 140
Estimated LRV20.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Normandy
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#6E7F8A
Close digital match
Ocean Storms
Hirshfield's
#70818E
Close digital match
Mica Creek
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#70828F
Close digital match
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#70818A
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#6F848C
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Colors That Work With Ocean Storms
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Storms
#6F808C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8286AC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Storms
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Storms Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Ocean Storms — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Storms have?
Ocean Storms by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ocean Storms from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Storms are Normandy by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ocean Storms by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Mica Creek by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ocean Storms's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Ocean Storms?
Ocean Storms has a estimated lightness value of 20.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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